Reference Data Analyst

OptiverChicago, IL
$195,000 - $240,000Onsite

About The Position

As our reference data operator analyst you'll work in a trading critical team to ensure we are ready to trade every day. You will work closely with traders and technologists to source, verify, correct, and clean critical reference datasets that power our global trading operation, operating in an impactful and time critical role. We are looking for a Reference Data Analyst to join one of our critical trading teams to ensure we are ready to trade daily. You will work closely with traders and engineers to source, verify, correct, and clean critical reference datasets that power our global trading operation. You’ll ensure all data is processed into our systems, ahead of market open - this is both time critical and high impact.

Requirements

  • Experience working with financial data, data feeds and structures.
  • Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
  • Experience with Python, SQL, APIs and Excel.
  • Knowledge of Bloomberg & IHS MarkIT data.
  • Practical knowledge of AI with a desire to build AI capabilities.
  • A detail-oriented mindset with a focus on operational accuracy and process control.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure accurate Instrument/ETF/Reference data and ongoing improvements to controls and reports.
  • Translate trading requirements into solutions to be implemented with the technology team.
  • Build prototypes and strategic solutions to adapt to the ever-changing markets.
  • Provide validations of external data and ensure real-time solutions are implemented.
  • Invest in your AI knowledge and building strategic solutions.

Benefits

  • Performance-based bonus structure
  • Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
  • 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
  • Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sports leagues and more
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